ASTM F2687-13(2019)

ASTM F2687 – Standard Practice for Life Cycle Cost Analysis of Commercial Food Service Equipment

1.1 This practice for life cycle cost analysis of commercial food service equipment is designed for producers and end-users to utilize when forecasting and (or) evaluating the life cycle costs of equipment by accounting for tangible differences in operating and maintenance costs of commercial food service equipment. Results of the analysis detailed in this standard practice are intended for budgetary purposes.

1.1.1 The results may also be used to compare projected life cycle cost of different models from a single manufacturer or models manufactured by multiple suppliers or to establish when it is cost effective to replace a specific equipment versus incurring continued maintenance expenses.